Senior Transport Planner

Full time

$106,534.00 to $128,897.00 plus superannuation

About Us
The Department of Transport and Planning oversees key planning, transport and land use policy decisions and management across the State. A life-cycle approach to planning, building, connecting and sustaining communities means our people can come together to; improve services, deliver sustainable projects, focus on customer engagement, streamline regulatory approval pathways, facilitate community consultation and better realise local economic opportunities for more liveable communities across Victoria.

We're focused on outcomes that deliver more choice, connections and confidence in our travel, ensuring the whole transport network works as one to deliver better services and outcomes.

The department is committed to building a culture where we say 'yes' to flexible work arrangements, provide personal and professional development programs and support ways of working that help employees balance work and life.

Transport Services is a Group within the Department of Transport and Planning, and is responsible for transport services across all modes that provides a single user interface to the transport network.

Barwon South West Grampians is a Division in Transport Services Group, and is responisble for provideing better transport experience connecting regional communities, businesses and visitors.

About the Role

The Senior Transport Planner will coordinate key activities for the Department's Regional Transport Strategy team, shaping the future regional transport system to foster a prosperous, connected, and liveable Victoria. The role involves proactively partnering across the transport portfolio and with other government departments, agencies, Regional Partnerships, and local government stakeholders to advance integrated land use and transport planning in Regional Victoria. This position ensures the transport system aligns with the Transport Integration Act, focusing on user-centred, multimodal transport planning conducted in an integrated, place-based manner across all modes.

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Position Outcomes / Accountabilities

• Partner with regional Industries, portfolio agencies, government agencies, local government, local communities, freight and logistics companies and other transport and industry stakeholders to ensure successful integrated transport planning occurs and transport issues are effectively managed.
• Coordinate the development and documentation of clear strategic narratives and priorities for regional transport planning and strategies that articulate the current and future performance needs of the transport system, including creating an evidence base and analyse of relevant regional indicators to support the needs.
• Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of regional transport projects, events and programs.
• Coordinate departmental input and representation on local and regional strategic and land use planning activities and coordinate whole of transport portfolio input into strategic planning activities.
• Work closely within the Department, other portfolio agencies, government agencies, local government and regional leadership groups to integrate transport considerations into land use, strategic planning and economic development activities.
• Review and coordinate briefs and presentations on regional transport strategy and network planning.
• Help deliver the Department's Inclusion Strategy and other initiatives for improved economic and social outcomes by liaising with Aboriginal communities.
• In line with Section 31A of the Public Administration Act 2004 (Vic) other duties may be assigned consistent with employment classification, skills, and capabilities.

Key Selection Criteria - Summary

The ideal candidate will demonstrate accomplished strategic planning by envisioning future possibilities, translating strategic directions into daily activities, and employing environmental scanning to monitor trends and gather comprehensive information through diverse networks and systems. They will excel in communication, adeptly preparing clear, concise written materials tailored to audience needs and ensuring effective formatting. In stakeholder management, they will secure agreement and support through indirect influence and expert involvement, aligning strategies with stakeholder needs and organizational contexts. As team managers, they will foster cooperation, respect diverse working styles, and facilitate conflict resolution. They will excel in partnering and co-creation by identifying common issues and innovative solutions for mutual benefit. Their critical thinking prowess allows them to handle complexity, analyse concepts, and generate creative ideas that drive workplace improvements. They will actively seek new ideas, influence events, and reflect on experiences to continually enhance practices and promote innovation.

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate will work collaboratively by cooperating with others, sharing information, acknowledging efforts, and stepping in to help when needed. They will demonstrate flexibility and adaptability by accepting changed priorities comfortably, responding quickly to changes, and effectively collaborating with external teams.

Qualifications and Experience

• Multiyear experience in transport or land planning would be desirable.
• A relevant tertiary degree, particularly in transport or land use planning, would be well regarded.

What we offer

• Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveable
• Professional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public Services
• A hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamwork
• Optimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubs
• We prioritise the development of a safe and inclusive culture

Culture Value

We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such as veterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA community members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as those from varied faith and cultural backgrounds. At our department, we prioritise the development of a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture through shared actions and behaviours that align with our strategy and direction. This empowers our employees to effectively contribute to our goals.

How to Apply

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Applications close at 11:59 PM on Sunday, 30th June 2024.

Please include a resume and cover letter.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We're unable to consider email or manual applications.

For more information, contact Jozef Vass - Associate Director Transport Strategy via [email protected] .

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